Punjiama
Punjiama is a village located in Banapur tehsil of Khordha district in Odisha, India. It is situated 59km away from sub-district headquarter Banapur (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Khordha . As per 2009 stats, Niladriparashad is the gram panchayat of Punjiama village.
Here you can discover what makes Punjiama unique in its vibrant Banapur-Khordha region. You’ll see Punjiama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punjiama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punjiama is 408366. The village spans a total geographical area of 86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752035. Banapur is nearest town to Punjiama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Punjiama
Population of Punjiama
According to the 2011 Census, Punjiama has a total population of about 349, with approximately 176 males and 173 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 348. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.70%, with male literacy at about 52.84% and female literacy near 40.46%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punjiama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 176 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 176 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 93 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 83 | 103 |
Connectivity of Punjiama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punjiama. As per the 2011 stats, Punjiama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punjiama
Knowing the nearby villages of Punjiama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punjiama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punjiama
- Where is Punjiama located?
- Punjiama village is situated in Banapur Tehsil, within the Khordha district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punjiama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punjiama is Niladriparashad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punjiama?
- The pincode of Punjiama is 752035, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punjiama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punjiama is 349, with 176 males and 173 females.
- How many households are there in Punjiama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punjiama village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punjiama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punjiama is 46.70%. The male literacy rate is 52.84%, while the female literacy rate is 40.46%.